The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) says it rescued 353 victims from road crashes and related emergencies across Lagos between January and May 2026. Both reports attribute the figure to LASTMA’s emergency-response operations during the period and note that the agency is raising concerns as the rainy season affects road conditions.
According to the accounts, LASTMA’s General Manager, Mr. Olalekan Bakare-Oki, made the disclosure while reviewing the agency’s emergency activities. The reports link the uptick in incidents to heightened dangers associated with rain, without detailing specific crash locations, causes, or the breakdown of victims by severity. One outlet also includes a call for public safety during the rainy season, referencing safety tips alongside the rescue statistics.
Overall, the information centers on LASTMA’s reported rescue count (353) over the five-month span and the agency’s message that adverse weather increases risks on Lagos roads.
